Milan was the place to be this weekend as celebrities flocked to the city for Milan Men’s Fashion Week. From Ralph Lauren’s return after 20 years to Prada’s minimalist show, K-pop stars took center stage.
Here is a look at the week through the experiences of NCT’s Mark, Jung Hae In, Byeon Woo Seok, aespa’s Karina and MEOVV’s Gawon.
Mark at Ralph Lauren
Mark made a stylish appearance at Ralph Lauren’s FW26 runway show. Before the event, he shared glimpses of his downtime in Milan, rocking a neat “boyfriend look” with a polo knit and brown jacket. For the show itself, he switched to a sophisticated Ralph Lauren double-breasted suit paired with a matching coat.
Jung Hae In at Dolce & Gabbana
Jung Hae In documented his schedule from the moment he landed. He arrived at the airport in a cozy white knit and beanie, then switched to a chic black jacket with white accents for the main event.
The Prada Trio: Byeon Woo Seok, Karina and Gawon
The Prada show drew a star-studded crowd. Byeon Woo Seok showed youthful charm in a beret and leather jacket, then changed into a pink knit sweater and slim black pants for the show.
Karina started with a casual look in a pleated skirt and a ringer tee, then changed into a blue shirt layered over a black dress.
Gawon stood out in a bold layered outfit, pairing a gray V-neck knit with a red bralette, black shorts, a sheer skirt.
Gawon Mistaken for Karina: Racist Treatment?
However, the event wasn’t without controversy. The media outlet CULTED posted a video of Gawon but incorrectly identified her as Karina, even tagging aespa’s official account.
The error immediately sparked backlash. Fans pointed out that this isn’t the first time the outlet has confused K-pop artists, recalling a 2024 incident where ILLIT was tagged as NewJeans during Paris Fashion Week.
Accusations of racial insensitivity and deliberate click-baiting are mounting, as CULTED has yet to issue a correction or apology.
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